In conversation with Sammie Longhorn

On foraging, folklore, seasonal living and everything in between Sammie Longhorn, known as The Hedgerow Yogi, is a forager, herb crafter and folklorist whose work centres on helping people reconnect with the abundance of the natural world. Through seasonal foraging walks, workshops and immersive gatherings, she guides others back to the plants that grow all…

Yoga: It’s more than just stretching and breathing.

The first few minutes on the mat always tell me more than I expect. Sometimes I arrive there after a long day, shoulders creeping up towards my ears, my neck at a funny angle, and a to-do list still humming in the back of my mind. I move through a few familiar poses, a downward…

The View from Sign-On: What It’s Like Behind the Scenes of a British Hill Climb

64 riders, three hairpins, and a new event built from scratch: this is what a British hill climb looks like from the other side of the clipboard. Cycling events don’t usually feature in my Sunday morning routine. But on Sunday 5th October, after a delightfully early 5:30 a.m. alarm, I found myself volunteering at the…

Travelling as a Vegan: Food Edition

Living in the UK as a vegan is now super easy and accessible, and the plant-based scene is only just beginning to truly get started. But being plant-based on the road? That’s where things get exciting… or occasionally a little chaotic.  I’ve made amazing discoveries – from hidden gems serving delicious vegan food to awkwardly…